It rained yesterday until last night. It’s the first rain we experienced this year. It is still cloudy outside and a bit cold. It’s that kind of drizzle that makes streets slippery. We have to bring two umbrellas in going to the wet market for our twice-a-month marketing. Surprisingly, vegetables from upland Baguio are cheaper than some veggies that come from nearby provinces here. Carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, French beans and lettuce are so fresh. I bought a head of broccoli, gonna mix it with penne pasta, bits of ham and cream of mushroom as sauce. Try it, it is pretty yummy 🙂
One thing good about February is the cold weather here. We call it hanging amihan ( Northeast monsoon or trade winds). No storms, no low pressure area, just cold weather usually at night and early in the morning. The perfect time to stay in bed a little late. And sipping a hot cup of coffee or tea makes the morning perfect too. Add that to our famous pandesal. Pandesal is the quintessential bread roll of the Philippines. You can use any kind of spread – peanut butter, cheese, sauteed corned beef, scrambled eggs, margarine, liver spread or even sardines. Am I making you hungry?
Josef and I dropped by Jollibee before going home from the market. We had the usual breakfast meals, half cup of fried rice, hotdog, poached egg and hot choco for him while I ordered my favorite longganisa with poached egg and a steaming cup of coffee. We brought home some breakfast too for Mom and Jovy.
I love Saturdays. I love weekends. Next Saturday Nissa’s family and our good friend Fr. Aly are coming over for lunch. Looking forward to seeing them again. Thinking of what to cook. I already bought something for adobo, laing and pancit canton. Nissa usually brings roasted chicken or pork barbeque. Gonna buy more veggies on Friday for vegetable salad.
Don’t you just love weekends?
You make good use of your weekends. I loved weekends when I was a stay-at-home mom. John and the children made that time exciting. Being an organist on Sunday was draining. I’m so happy that is behind me.
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I guess weekends are the best Anne. I love going to church on Sundays and I can go out for a longer time when Josef is here to look after mom.
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That is great. I’m glad you enjoy Sundays.
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Yep, Sunday is reading time too 🙂
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It is strange for us to see rice served on a breakfast meal. 🙂
We are expecting a bad storm here tonight, with damaging winds, and torrential rain. Hoping it won’t last too long!
Best wishes, Pete.
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It’s pretty common here Pete….eating rice three times a day. It is our staple food. I hope that storm would not damage properties ✌
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Yes, I do. Sounds like you’re in for a cosy one Arlene. Enjoy!
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That’s nice Miriam. We both love weekends. Have a nice one.🌺💕💐
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Thanks Arlene 😊
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It is a treat to have someone share in the care of your mother on the weekend. Enjoy Mass tomorrow.
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Thank you Elizabeth. Will attend one in an hour. It’s almost 5am here and it starts at 6:30am🙏🙏🙏
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You’re right Arlene! Weekends are great! Saturday mornings we generally stay home and enjoy not having to go anywhere. There’s nothing better than a cup of good coffee enjoyed at a leisurely pace. ☕️
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I love Saturday mornings too.
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